Many parents can remember a specific moment when they had the thought, “What do I tell the kids?” Whether it’s talking about death and illness, dating and sex, or “bad guys” in the world, deciding when and how to talk to children is a delicate balancing act every parent must perform at one time or another. Click below to read essays based on a belief in being honest with children.

1. Tell the Children
2. Telling Kids the Whole Truth
3. The Stories We Tell Our Children
4. Innocence Is Overrated
5. To Tell the Truth